Semberc Medievale
The Middle Ages come alive at Cimbergo Castle, in Valle Camonica
About Semberc Medievale
A journey into the Camunian Middle Ages
In Cimbergo, located in Valle Camonica in the province of Brescia, the Cimbergo Castle stands on a rocky spur overlooking the village: a medieval fortress dating back to the 12th-13th centuries. It is in this setting that Semberc Medievale comes to life, a re-enactment that revives the echoes of a distant past within the castle walls and the streets of the historic center.
Markets, fire, and rock carvings
The program weaves together the various spirits of this medieval festival:
- Food markets and artisan stalls
- Workshops for children and adults
- Fire shows and concerts
- Guided tours of rock art sites
The rock carvings are precisely what make Cimbergo a special place: the municipality is part of the regional reserve of rock carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the re-enactment serves as an opportunity to discover this extraordinary archaeological heritage.
A festival for the whole valley
Organized by the Historical and Anthropological Society of Valle Camonica, Semberc Medievale is a staple in the Valle Camonica events calendar, attracting visitors from across the region. Free admission and its immersive format make it a perfect event for families and history enthusiasts alike, successfully combining re-enactment, culture, and conviviality in one of the most charming villages in the province of Brescia.
Semberc Medievale — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Semberc Medievale is scheduled for July 25th and 26th at the Castle of Cimbergo, as part of the official Valle Camonica events calendar. The village travels back to the Middle Ages with food and craft markets, workshops for children and adults, fire shows, concerts, and guided tours of the rock engraving sites. The event is organized by the Historical and Anthropological Society of Valle Camonica and admission is free.
Programme Semberc Medievale 2026
2026 Edition Program
Admission is free, and the event will take place rain or shine. On both days (starting at 2:30 PM on Saturday and 9:30 AM on Sunday): roaming music and entertainment, a historical camp with re-enactors in period costumes, traditional arts and crafts markets, and medieval workshops and games.
Saturday, July 25
- 2:30 PM — Opening of the medieval festival (Piazza Brolo)
- 4:00 PM — Dressing of the lady and the knight
- 5:00 PM — «Long live the Guelphs!»: the great assault on the fortress
- 6:30 PM — Fiery Moon: fire show (Piazza Brolo)
- 8:30 PM — «Conspiracy at the Castle»: role-playing game
- 9:00 PM — Crash, Italian rock tribute (Piazza Torchio)
- 10:00 PM — Iron and Fire: duel amidst the flames (Piazza Brolo)
- 10:30 PM — The River, hard rock tribute (Piazza Torchio)
Sunday, July 26
- 9:30 AM — Opening of the medieval camps and markets
- 10:00 AM — Conference: «The Castle of Cimbergo and the Brescian fortifications»
- 11:00 AM — Grand medieval procession
- 2:00 PM — «A World of Dragons»: fairy tales for children
- 2:00 PM — «Scriptorium»: manuscript workshop
- 3:00 PM — Guided tour of the village and the castle
- 4:30 PM — Re-enactment: «1378. The Peace of Cimbergo»
- 7:00 PM — Closing of the event
Highlights Semberc Medievale 2026
Prices Semberc Medievale 2026
Practical information — Semberc Medievale
Location
Castle and historic center of Cimbergo (BS), Valle Camonica.
Hours and admission
Usually from 10:00 AM to midnight. Free admission.
Information
Historical and Anthropological Society of Valle Camonica, tel. 348 0554346. Updates available on the official Semberc Medievale social media channels (Facebook and Instagram).
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Where does it take place — Semberc Medievale
Castello di Cimbergo e centro storico
Centro storico, 25040 Cimbergo